Amphenol-Air LB is on board, designing, manufacturing, and distributes a wide range of products and solutions for demanding aerospace applications across multiple areas. For passengers, these components often remain out of sight. Connectors for in-flight entertainment systems and lighting are integrated into seats or overhead compartments. In the galley, they are installed behind kitchen modules or other interior elements, while diverse avionics systems are located in the cockpit or beneath the cabin floor.

These sometimes highly critical systems demand the highest levels of safety and reliability. This is ensured through strict adherence to standards and the use of durable materials capable of withstanding temperature fluctuations, vibration, and electromagnetic interference. Special requirements, such as size and weight limits, call for compact, lightweight connections that can be installed or mated blindly in hard-to-reach areas, such as rack & panel solutions or direct mounting to the airframe or seating structures.

Our connectors are continuously evolved to meet new challenges—such as ever-increasing data volumes and power demands for electric motors—and can be customized to meet specific customer requirements.

Amphenol-Air LB provides specialized connectors for powering the entire interior lighting of aircraft—from reading lamps and cabin lighting to cargo hold illumination. Our solutions feature compact designs, low weight, and high sealing performance to ensure reliable power delivery even under extreme flight conditions.

With these connectors, Amphenol ensures maximum operational reliability while minimizing space and weight impact.

In-Flight Entertainment & Connectivity (IFES/IFEC): Amphenol-Air LB provides specialized connectors for modern in-flight entertainment systems. These systems are evolving rapidly: passengers can stream movies and music via seat-mounted displays or personal devices, access onboard Wi-Fi, and charge smartphones wirelessly.

Amphenol connectors are specifically designed for these applications, offering compact form factors, low weight, and electromagnetic compatibility to meet the ever-increasing demands of modern in-flight entertainment and connectivity.

Amphenol-Air LB connectors are used in aircraft galleys, for example in coffee makers, water boilers, and microwaves, providing reliable power for food and beverage preparation.

Amphenol offers solutions such as rack & panel connectors, allowing galley modules to be easily inserted and securely connected. The connectors are compact, vibration- and heat-resistant, and capable of handling high currents, ensuring maximum reliability and safety even under the demanding conditions of onboard kitchens.

Amphenol-Air LB connectors are used in avionics systems, for example for information exchange and control in communication, navigation, and flight control systems, as well as weather radar.

These critical systems increasingly require compact, high-performance solutions for high-frequency or fiber-optic data transmission in rugged miniature housings. Amphenol connectors deliver high data rates, vibration and shock resistance, and electromagnetic compatibility, ensuring the reliable operation of vital avionics systems even under extreme conditions.

In addition, Amphenol’s rack & panel solutions enable easy integration and secure connection of avionics modules, simplifying maintenance and replacement in complex systems.

Amphenol-Air LB connectors for power applications are used, for example, to transmit high currents in electric motors or pumps, for battery management systems, and power distribution systems.

The connectors are capable of handling high currents, resistant to vibration and shock, temperature-tolerant, and compact. Their design also takes into account the special requirements of aviation, as current-carrying capacity depends on altitude, air density, and ambient temperature. This ensures reliable power delivery and maximum operational safety under all operating conditions.

Electrical Wiring Interconnect Systems: Aircraft electronic and wiring systems consist of a multitude of cables, wire bundles, and connectors. Pipes and conduits must also integrate seamlessly into the complex onboard architecture to ensure functionality, safety, and maintainability.

Amphenol-Air LB offers a comprehensive range of fastening, pass-through, holding, and routing solutions. Our products are lightweight, compact, vibration- and shock-resistant, temperature-tolerant, and compliant with aviation flame and fire standards. They enable secure, organized, and durable integration of all wires and cable bundles.

The conditions in space are relentless—failure is not an option. Amphenol develops interconnect solutions that withstand extreme environmental stresses such as intense radiation, extreme temperature fluctuations, and mechanical shocks. Our connectors and interconnect systems are therefore the preferred choice for reliable connectivity in critical satellite missions, deep space exploration, and other highly demanding space applications. They combine high performance, robustness, and precision to ensure consistently reliable operation under the harshest environmental conditions.